SNMG250924-RP7 WKP30S Wendeplatten - Walter Tools

Take advantage of the combination of a wear-resistant Tiger‑tec Silver grade, reliable RP7 chip control and a robust square geometry to keep turning operations productive and predictable; order the insert directly via Metav Werkzeuge or consult our advisors for cutting data and application matching.

SNMG250924-RP7 WKP30S turning insert — Tiger‑tec Silver grade for steel and cast iron (Walter Tools)

SNMG250924-RP7 WKP30S is a square turning insert engineered for stable, productive machining of steel and cast iron in general turning applications

• Tiger‑tec Silver coating, grade WKP30S
• RP7 chipbreaker for consistent chip control
• Square 90° form, corner radius 2.4 mm
• Designed for steel and cast iron machining

Stable chip control for uninterrupted production

The insert delivers consistent chip control through its dedicated RP7 chipbreaker, which is designed to produce short, controllable chips when machining both steel and cast iron. Shorter chips reduce the risk of entanglement and tool interference at the cutting edge, improving process reliability and allowing higher material removal rates. The result is fewer interruptions on the shop floor and a more predictable duty cycle for batch production.

Coating and grade engineered for broad material coverage

The WKP30S grade, realised in Tiger‑tec Silver coating technology, is optimised to balance wear resistance and toughness for a wide range of ISO‑designated workpiece groups P (steel) and K (cast iron). The multilayer coating reduces abrasive wear and helps maintain a sharp cutting edge across variable cutting conditions, which translates into longer tool life and a lower cost per component in many turning operations.

Geometry that supports robustness and easy tool setup

The square 90° form combined with a 2.4 mm corner radius offers a robust cutting edge that tolerates interrupted cuts and modest profile changes without premature chipping. The insert features a 0° (negative) clearance/rake configuration, providing a stable, blunt cutting geometry that absorbs cutting forces and is well suited to heavier cuts and less rigid setups. These geometry choices simplify toolholder selection and reduce the need for frequent tool changes.

Practical benefits for workshop productivity and quality

Incorporating this insert into a turning cycle can improve throughput while maintaining surface finish requirements typical for general turning jobs. The balanced properties of the grade and coating support reliable tool life, while the chipbreaker and geometry minimise machine downtime. For customers seeking an insert that handles mixed production runs involving both carbon steels and cast irons, this solution provides an efficient compromise between performance and operational simplicity.

For tailored cutting data, application advice or to place an order for the Walter Tools SNMG250924-RP7 WKP30S turning insert, contact Metav Werkzeuge: info@metav-werkzeuge.com or +49 2822 7131930

Technical Data

• SKU: SNMG250924-RP7-WKP30S-WALTER
• Article: SNMG250924-RP7 WKP30S
• Product type: turning insert
• Brand: Walter Tools
• Series: Tiger‑tec Silver

Facts

• Size: 25 mm
• Corner radius: 2.4 mm
• Thickness code: 09
• Form angle: 90°
• Clearance angle: 0° (negative)
• Tolerance class: M

Special features

• Coating: Tiger‑tec Silver
• Grade: WKP30S
• Chipbreaker: RP7
• Material suitability: P (steel), K (cast iron)
• Plate form: square 90°
• Execution: G
• Manufacturer: Walter Tools

FAQ

Which materials is this insert intended for?
The SNMG250924-RP7 WKP30S insert is specified for ISO groups P (steel) and K (cast iron) and is optimised to handle the heat and chip behaviour typical of these materials.

What advantages does the WKP30S grade offer?
WKP30S, in Tiger‑tec Silver technology, combines wear resistance with toughness to deliver stable tool life across mixed shop applications, making it suitable for both general finishing and semi‑roughing on steel and cast iron.

How does the RP7 chipbreaker affect machining?
The RP7 chipbreaker produces shorter, controlled chips that reduce the chance of chip entanglement, improving process reliability and easing handling in automated or unattended turning operations.

What does 0° (negative) clearance mean in practice?
A 0° (negative) rake/clearance geometry creates a blunt, strong cutting edge that tolerates intermittent cuts and higher radial forces, favouring robustness over minimal cutting forces.

Is this insert compatible with common toolholders?
Compatibility depends on the specific toolholder seat and clamping system; the SNMG form is a standard square‑form insert, so selection should follow the toolholder manufacturer's recommendations and the required insert thickness and seat geometry.

Manufacturer/Responsible: Walter Deutschland GmbH, Derendinger Straße 53, 72072 Tübingen

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